
475 Benjamin Franklin Dr Unit 215 Sarasota, FL 34236
Lido Key NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,662/month
Highlights
- 1.04 Acre Lot
- Community Pool
- Closet Cabinetry
- Southside Elementary School Rated A
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
About This Home
Located directly across from Lido Beach, this fully furnished 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in the Lido Dorset building offers the perfect beach getaway. Just steps from the sand, the condo features an open living area with a kitchen island, coastal-style finishes, and a spacious bedroom with a king-size bed. The unit also includes a sleeper sofa, comfortably accommodating up to four guests, and has two convenient entrances along with an assigned parking spot. Enjoy the community pool and lounge area, complete with umbrellas and chairs, or take a short walk to the Lido Pavilion, which offers a large pool with lifeguards and dining area next to the Gulf of Mexico. Lido Dorset is ideally located just a short walk to St. Armands Circle, home to an array of shops, restaurants, ice cream parlors, and nightlife. Sarasota's vibrant downtown is only a quick drive across the Ringling Bridge, or you can take the free Bay Runner Shuttle, which picks up directly across the street at the Lido Pavilion. Lido Beach Resort is conveniently close by, with award winning food and drink services. Weekly rentals are allowed, making this condo an excellent investment opportunity, whether you choose to use it as your vacation home or let the on-site management company handle rentals. With its prime location, stylish finishes, and close proximity to both the beach and local attractions, this unit is perfect for guests to relax, explore Sarasota, and enjoy all that the area has to offer.
Co-Listing Agent
MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY Brokerage Phone: 941-388-4447 License #3194005
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,398
Year Built
- Built in 1963
Lot Details
- West Facing Home
HOA Fees
- $1,098 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Parking Garage Space
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
- Built-Up Roof
- Concrete Siding
Interior Spaces
- 593 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Tile Flooring
- Range
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- Closet Cabinetry
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Dual Sinks
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Shower
- Exterior Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Tax Lot 215
- Assessor Parcel Number 2016051033
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include cable TV, pool, escrow reserves fund, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, management, pest control, recreational facilities, sewer, water
- Lido Dorset Community
- Lido Dorset Subdivision
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Community Pool
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $5,228 | $353,925 | -- | -- |
2023 | $5,228 | $371,800 | $0 | $371,800 |
2022 | $4,541 | $292,500 | $0 | $292,500 |
2021 | $3,267 | $202,000 | $0 | $202,000 |
2020 | $3,035 | $180,200 | $0 | $180,200 |
2019 | $3,240 | $195,600 | $0 | $195,600 |
2018 | $2,945 | $174,600 | $0 | $174,600 |
2017 | $2,776 | $162,400 | $0 | $162,400 |
2016 | $2,606 | $148,600 | $0 | $148,600 |
2015 | $2,450 | $136,000 | $0 | $136,000 |
2014 | $2,732 | $144,400 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
02/18/2025 02/18/25 | Price Changed | $558,000 | -5.4% | $941 / Sq Ft |
01/20/2025 01/20/25 | For Sale | $590,000 | -- | $995 / Sq Ft |
Deed History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $275,000 | Stewart Title Company | |
Warranty Deed | $222,500 | Attorney | |
Joint Tenancy Deed | $91,900 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $68,900 | No Value Available |
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